Roti (Whole Wheat Flatbread)
BreadPakistan

RotiWhole Wheat Flatbread

A simple everyday flatbread made from whole wheat dough and cooked on a hot griddle until soft, pliable, and speckled with brown spots. Brushed with ghee, it is ideal for scooping curries, stews, and dals.

Prep

25m

Cook

15m

Serves

4

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Estimated

Nutrition

Per serving
380kcal

Calories

13g

Protein

7g

Fat

72g

Carbs

Estimated per serving from the base recipe. Actual nutrition may vary.

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Ingredients

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4
  • 400g
    Whole Wheat Flour
  • 6g
    Salt
  • 250ml
    Water
  • 20ml
    Ghee

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Method

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6 steps
  1. 01

    Mix the whole wheat flour and salt in a bowl.

  2. 02

    Add the water gradually and knead until you have a soft, smooth dough. Cover and let it rest for about 15 minutes.

  3. 03

    Divide the dough into equal balls and roll each one into a thin round.

  4. 04

    Heat a dry skillet or tawa over medium-high heat.

  5. 05

    Cook each flatbread until brown spots appear on one side, then flip and cook the other side until puffed in places and fully cooked.

  6. 06

    Brush lightly with the ghee and serve warm.

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